SSU - College of Education

𝗕𝗶𝗼-𝗕𝗼𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗲𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗻: 𝗖𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝟮𝟬𝟭𝟴 ‘𝗞𝗮-𝗕𝗶𝗼’ 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗱𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗜𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗮𝘁 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗳𝗲𝗹𝘁 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗥𝗲𝘂𝗻𝗶𝗼𝗻

CATBALOGAN CITY – The air at the Modesto Restaurant and Bar’s function hall was thick with nostalgia and holiday cheer as the College of Education (COED) Biological Science Class of 2018, affectionately known as "Ka-Bio," gathered for a long-awaited Christmas reunion.

Years after swapping their lab gowns for professional teaching licenses, the batch proved that while time passes, the "biological bond" remains unbreakable.

𝑨 𝑽𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒐𝒏 𝑹𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒊𝒛𝒆𝒅
The festive gathering was the brainchild of Class President Mr. Gerrymar Borden, whose leadership ensured a high turnout and a seamless program. Working in close coordination was Joan May Matilla, who served as the event's finance manager, ensuring the evening was as grand as the milestone deserved.

The venue was transformed into a hub of laughter and reminiscing, providing the perfect backdrop for classmates to reconnect and share stories of their professional journeys since graduating seven years ago.

𝑯𝒐𝒏𝒐𝒓𝒆𝒅 𝑮𝒖𝒆𝒔𝒕𝒔 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝑬𝒎𝒐𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏𝒂𝒍 𝑻𝒓𝒊𝒃𝒖𝒕𝒆𝒔
The evening was graced by a very special guest: Dr. Laura B. Boller, the current Dean of COED. For the Ka-Bio class, Dr. Boller is more than an administrator; she was their former English teacher and the student teaching supervisor who guided them through the rigors of their senior year.

In a moving Christmas message, Dr. Boller praised the class for their enduring solidarity.
"The bond of friendship among these Biological Science majors is truly remarkable," Dr. Boller noted. She officially congratulated the organizers for the event’s success and expressed a hopeful vision for the future: that this gathering would serve as the foundational spark for a formal COED Alumni Association, a project long in the planning stages.

Adding to the sentiment of the night, Ma’am Diana Shane Balindo shared a heartfelt message, expressing her deep gratitude for the opportunity to have been a teacher to the Ka-Bio class, noting their unique spirit and dedication.

𝑱𝒐𝒚, 𝑮𝒂𝒎𝒆𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 "𝑩𝒊𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒊𝒄𝒂𝒍" 𝑹𝒉𝒚𝒕𝒉𝒎
The reunion wasn't just about speeches; it was a high-energy celebration. The hall echoed with music and cheers during:
- Parlor Games: Testing the competitive spirit of the former students.
- Impromptu Dance-Offs: Proving the batch has moves beyond the classroom.
- Singing Contests: Showcasing the hidden vocal talents of the Class of 2018.

𝑳𝒐𝒐𝒌𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝑨𝒉𝒆𝒂𝒅
As the night concluded, Dr. Boller and the class officers are positive for the years to come, encouraging those who couldn't attend this year to join the growing Ka-Bio family in future celebrations.

What started as a simple Christmas party has now evolved into a mission: to keep the spirit of the 2018 COED graduates alive and to lead the way for all alumni of the college.

𝐂𝐎𝐄𝐃 𝐁𝐚𝐠𝐬 𝐌𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐒𝐔 𝐅𝐃𝐓 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓

Catbalogan City, Samar — The College of Education (COED) of Samar State University (SSU) proudly brought home several distinctions during this year’s Faculty Development Training (FDT), being held from August 18–20, 2025, at the Convention Center and CAS Audio-Visual Center, SSU Main Campus.

With the theme “From Standards to Excellence: Advancing SSU’s Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) for Curricular Programs,” the annual FDT gathered faculty members from all colleges and campuses in pursuit of the university’s goal of moving beyond benchmarks toward academic excellence.

During the awarding of academic accomplishments, COED emerged as one of the top-performing colleges. It garnered the Early Compliance Award for Test Questions and TOS Submission, as well as the Early Compliance Award for Syllabi Submission. The college was also recognized as the College with the Most Submitted and Approved Instructional Materials (IMs) alongside the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS).

Individually, Dr. Alona Medalia C. Gabejan of COED was awarded as the Faculty with the Most Submitted and Approved Instructional Materials (IMs), cementing her commitment to instructional innovation and quality teaching resources.

COED also shone in collective performance, receiving recognition for its Outstanding Performance in the Licensure/Board Examination together with the College of Nursing and Health Sciences (CONHS), the Paracanas Campus (PC), and the College of Engineering (COENG). Furthermore, COED stood among the COPC Awardees, a testament to its compliance and commitment to continuous improvement.

These awards underscore COED’s vital role in advancing SSU’s Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) initiatives, reflecting not only compliance but also excellence in academic delivery.
As SSU continues to build on its vision of academic innovation, the recognition of COED and its faculty serves as a strong inspiration for the entire university community to strive for greater heights in quality education.

Photo courtesy of Samar State University

CONGRATULATIONS BACHELOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (BSED) QUALIFIERS!!!
Below is the BATCH 3 of the screening for incoming first year for academic year 2025-2026.
📌 You may now proceed with your enrollment.

📣📣 ANNOUNCEMENT
The Bachelor of Physical Education (BPED) program is now officially CLOSED for enrollment for SY 2025–2026.

We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest.
For other program options, feel free to visit the College of Education, Samar State University.

ATTENTION FUTURE EDUCATORS!
Are you one of the incoming first year students for BACHELOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (BSED) this SY 2025-2026? Your interview schedule is here!
The following student applicants are requested to visit the College of Education for the scheduled interviews. Make sure that you are presentable during the interview, and please bring a pencil/ballpen for a written test or composition.
Good luck!

CONGRATULATIONS BACHELOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (BECED) QUALIFIERS!!!
Below is the BATCH 3 of the screening for incoming first year for academic year 2025-2026.
📌 You may now proceed with your enrollment.

CONGRATULATIONS QUALIFIERS!!!

Below is the PARTIAL RESULT of the screening for incoming first year for academic year 2025-2026.
📌 You may now proceed with your enrollment.

ATTENTION FUTURE EDUCATORS!
Are you one of the incoming first year students for BACHELOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (BSED) this SY 2025-2026? Your interview schedule is here!

The following student applicants are requested to visit the College of Education for the scheduled interviews. Make sure that you are presentable during the interview, and please bring a pencil/ballpen for a written test or composition.
Good luck!

CONGRATULATIONS BACHELOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION MAJOR IN SCIENCE QUALIFIERS!!!

Below is the BATCH 2 of the screening for incoming first year for academic year 2025-2026.

📌 You may now proceed with your enrollment.

CONGRATULATIONS BACHELOR OF EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION (BECED) and BACHELOR OF SECONDARY EDUCATION MAJOR IN ENGLISH QUALIFIERS!!!

Below is the BATCH 3 of the screening for incoming first year for academic year 2025-2026.

📌 You may now proceed with your enrollment.